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Ultimate Private Ephesus Experience All-Inclusive from Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey
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12 to 14 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Join me for a private day trip from Istanbul to Ephesus, one of the ancient world’s greatest cities. Walk through ruins where 250,000 once lived, from the Temple of Artemis—one of the Seven Wonders—to the grand Celsus Library with its 12,000 scrolls. Feel the energy in the massive Grand Theatre that held 25,000 spectators. Explore luxurious Terrace Houses with stunning mosaics and running water.

Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a peaceful shrine with a moving Wishing Wall. Enjoy a traditional lunch in Sirince village, tasting local wines and crafts. End at Isa Bey Mosque, a gem of early Ottoman architecture.

This tour is perfect for history lovers and archaeology fans who want to connect deeply with the past. I’ll guide you every step of the way, bringing history to life with stories and vivid details. Experience Ephesus as never before.

What's Included

  • All Entrance Fees.
  • Private Transportation with AC.
  • Traditional Turkish Lunch.
  • Gratuities.
  • Personal Expenses.
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick up from centrally located Istanbul hotels. Please include your hotel name and address when making your booking.

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İstanbul (pass by)

Your day will begin with an early morning pick up from your central hotel in Istanbul for Istanbul to Ephesus Day Trip.
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Istanbul Airport

Flight to Izmir: Your private transport will be waiting for you at your hotel lobby and transfer you to Istanbul airport to board your flight to Izmir. Arrive in Izmir where you'll be greeted by your guide and driver and you'll begin your Ultra Private All-Inclusive Full Day Ephesus Tour From Istanbul!
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

Located in the modern village of Selcuk in Western Turkey, Ephesus is an uncovered Ancient world from the Roman Imperial period with relics dating as far back as the 10th Century BC. One of Turkey's major sightseeing attractions, this city was once home to 250,000 people. You'll visit the famous Temple of Artemis one of the 'Seven wonder's of the world' which once drew pilgrims from all over the Mediterranean. A temple dedicated and built to honour Artemis, one of three maiden goddesses of Olympus.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Library of Celsus

Don't miss the Celsus Libary which is the 3rd largest in the ancient world built to store 12,000 scrolls and house the tomb of Celsus.
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45 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu

You'll next visit The Grand Theatre. The theatre could at once accommodate up to 25,000 people who came to witness demonstrations of a social, political and economic nature and most famously the Gladiator games. Rebuilt several times the theatre still stands and has held concerts for acts such as Elton John and Micheal Jackson.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Temple of Hadrian

The Temple of Hadrian is your next site. More of a monument than a temple, the temple was built around 118 AD and inside displays mythological and religious scenes. Parts of The Temple of Hadrian, located in Ephesus Street, are actually plaster replicas as the genuine artefacts are located inside of the Ephesus museum which is where you'll visit next.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Ephesus Museum

The Ephesus Museum is located in the heart of Selcuk and housing artefacts that were retrieved between 1867 and 1905 from Ephesus and after transported to Britain and later to Vienna. When the New Turkish Republic was founded, the government forbid antiques and artefacts to be taken out of Turkey and all artefacts were returned and placed in the museum in 1964. You can see sculptures and finds from The Terrace Houses including coins dating back to when money was first used in history. The highlight for most tourists is the Gladiator Roome which holds excavations from the Gladiator Cemetary.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Ephesus Terrace Houses

Opposite the Temple of Hadrian is The Terrace Houses. The complex is a site of luxurious villas once home to Ephesus's middle class and wealthy. Each of the houses had separate entrances from the street and also running water. Here you'll see the Domus which is a two-storeyed building owned then by a wealthy family. Perfectly preserved the house contained a courtyard, dining room and even a Basilica. Some houses in the complex even contain preserved rooms, painting and ornamental floor mosaics.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Head to another major attraction which holds a curious background, The House of The Virgin Mary. The apparent final resting place of The Mother Mary. Following the visions and the precise description from a book written by a German nun, a French priest in the 19th century discovered the ruins and after many years of debate convinced others that this place was, in fact, the last resting place of The Virgin Mary. Today the building is a Catholic shrine and chapel, still used and visited regularly by tourists from around the world. A popular scene here is the Wishing Wall were visitors write a wish upon a piece of cloth and tie it to the wall adorning thousands of wishes from others.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Basilica of St. John

Down the hill is the Basilica of St. John. Proved by Historians that John The Apostle did spend time in this area with The Virgin Mary. Said to be the best spot for a sunset photo, the church stands on the slopes of Ayasoluk Hill in the centre of Selcuk. Partially restored and believed that if restored to former glory, the cathedral, would then become the seventh-largest in the world. Take a quick stop to the Ayasuluk Fortress located here for photos.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Sirince Koyu

You'll next travel 15 minutes East to the charming village of Sirince. Enjoy here an Authentic Turkish lunch among the fruit gardens and greenery. Here you'll get to sample the locally made wine and olive oil. Wander through the traditional markets with crafts made by locals have the opportunity to visit leather and handmade carpet outlets.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Isa Bey Mosque

Travel back to the centre of Selcuk and hill of Ayasuluk to visit your last stop of the day, The Isa Bay Mosque. Built-in the 14th century, pre-Ottoman times, for sponsor and founder Isa Bay who was then ruling the Aydinid dynasty. During his reign, the town flourished and Isa Bay, in turn, founded several constructions in the area. The Muslim congregation has been gathering at St. Johns Basilica for Friday prayers for many years which led to the grand mosque being built in order to accommodate the ever-growing mass.
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (pass by)

Your tour of Ephesus ends here and your guide will transport you back to Izmir airport in time for your flight to back to Istanbul. Upon arriving in Istanbul you'll be met by your driver who will transport you back to your central hotel.
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Istanbul (pass by)

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The order of itinerary is subject to change.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ultimate Private Ephesus Experience All-Inclusive from Istanbul?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ultimate Private Ephesus Experience All-Inclusive from Istanbul?
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This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • All Entrance Fees.
  • Private Transportation with AC.
  • Traditional Turkish Lunch.
  • All Parking Fees.
  • Return Izmir to Istanbul Flights.
  • Private Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Personal Expenses.
Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 3..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Ultimate Private Ephesus Experience All-Inclusive from Istanbul is as follows:

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ultimate Private Ephesus Experience All-Inclusive from Istanbul will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • All Entrance Fees.
  • Private Transportation with AC.
  • Traditional Turkish Lunch.
  • All Parking Fees.
  • Return Izmir to Istanbul Flights.
  • Private Guide.
  • Gratuities.
  • Personal Expenses.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • The order of itinerary is subject to change.
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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